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Community Invited to Comment on County’s Temporary Pause on Permitting New Detention Facilities in Thurston County

Public Hearing scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at the County's Atrium building, or participate online. Learn more...

July 07, 2026

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Commissioners Place Temporary Stop on Permitting New Correctional and Detention Facilities in Thurston County

June 16, 2026

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Planning Commission to Host Public Hearing on Open Space Tax Program Applications

The Thurston County Planning Commission will host a public hearing June 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. to accept public comment on two Open Space Tax Program applications. Learn more...

June 10, 2026